Bayview Seven Animal Hospital

12/13/2024

Sweet Oakley. Waiting for his appointment.

12/07/2024

Dean - AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Jack Russel Terrier Mix - Male - 12 lbs - 1 yr (approx.)

Location: Guelph

Sponsored by Cole, Bryson and Maeve because every dog deserves safe and loving home.

Hello, my name is Dean and I am looking forward to getting my own family. I am a Jack Russell Terrier mix and about 12 pounds. I am about a year old and foster mom says I am very puppy like. I have a lot of energy but I can also settle. I love to snuggle with my human. I like everyone I have met. While I haven’t met any children, foster mom thinks I would be fine with older respectful children. I love toys and a bone but I will chew anything so I need to be supervised so I don’t get into anything you don’t want me to get. I also like food so training will be easier.

Foster mom says I learn quickly. She was surprised that I know my name. House trained is a work in process. If you don’t get me outside as soon as I get out of my crate, I may have an accident in the house. Foster mom takes me for a walk when she comes home. She says it is so I will burn off some of my energy.

Foster mom has two smaller dogs and several cats. I try to get the dogs to play and they have played a bit. I think I have won over the bigger one (20 pounds) but if he has had enough, he tells me off and I back off. I have met some of foster mom’s cats. I wish they would play with me. However, if they run, I will chase them. I met foster mom’s friend’s large dog and it didn’t go well so big dogs may not be for me.

I stay in my crate while foster mom is out and at night. Sometimes, I’ll cry a bit when she first leaves. I love to run outside so a fenced yard is best. And you could throw a ball for me and I may bring it back.

The ideal home for me would have another similar sized dog that likes to play. You also need to be an active family so I can use my energy. It would have a fenced yard. If you have cats or respectful older children, I would be okay with that.

As is very common in small dogs, Dean has a luxating patella in his right, rear leg. The vet graded it as 2-3 and his mobility is not affected. This grade of luxation is not requiring surgical intervention. To optimize Dean not having issues in the future, he needs to be kept at a healthy weight. Supplements such as glucosamine chondroitin and/or omegas can also be helpful.

I hope to meet you soon.

For more information on Dean, please contact Cathy at [email protected]

OR visit our website for more information or an application: www.savemedogrescue.ca

** Adoptions within the province of Ontario only

12/07/2024

Available for adoption.

12/04/2024

Guess who’s 8! 🩷 T I A 🩷

11/30/2024

Trainer Tip Tuesday (this is a really good one!):

11/28/2024

11/27/2024

The Top Choice Awards Survey is the way you give back to the local businesses in your community by helping us identify excellence. The survey runs from November, 21 2023 to December 20, 2023.

11/22/2024

Available for adoption. 

PROJECT OVERLOOKED – CALEDON ANIMAL SHELTER – HAS NOW SPENT MONTHS IN NOT ONE, BUT TWO SHELTERS: Project Overlooked is a social media initiative where we will showcase homeless dogs sitting in our local shelters that have been overlooked for adoptions for months. More information about our campaign can be found here: https://bit.ly/ProjectOverlooked as a community of animal lovers we need to help decongest our local shelters, and come together and help our local dogs sitting in local shelters in dire need of a family.

We need to be the change that these dogs need to get adopted and into loving homes.

Our ask of you?

Please share each dog in need with your network. The only participation we are asking is that you share each dog we showcase in Project Overlooked so they can get the exposure they need to find their adoptive homes. That share button? Can be the difference in a dog’s life.

Lia is a 4 year old Black Lab and Shepherd mix, she was originally at another shelter where she had no adoption interest, and due to her great temperament, a transfer to Caledon animal shelter took place in hopes of having new adoption interest, but unfortunately, Lia still has no applications regardless of how great she is.

Why?

Black Dog Syndrome (BDS) is a term used in animal shelters and rescues to describe the observation that black-colored dogs often take longer to be adopted than dogs of other colors. Many people are unaware that this bias exists, but it can have a significant impact on these animals’ chances of finding homes. Why does this happen? Several factors may contribute to Black Dog Syndrome:

1. Appearance Bias: Black dogs are sometimes perceived as less friendly or harder to read because their facial expressions and features may not stand out as much as lighter-colored dogs.
2. Cultural Stereotypes: Negative associations, such as black dogs being seen as symbols of bad luck or danger in some cultures, might unconsciously affect people’s choices.
3. Photography Challenges: Black dogs can be harder to photograph well, especially in poor lighting, making them less eye-catching in online adoption listings.
4. Shelter Environment: In busy shelters, black dogs blend into the background more than brightly colored animals.

Because of these biases, black dogs, even if not intentional, are often adopted less frequently and may spend longer in shelters or, in unfortunate cases, may not be adopted at all. But we are here to change Lia’s story, to find the family she has been so keen to have and to end her stay in a shelter once and for all.

Lia is an amazing dog. She is a true athlete and in great shape and well behaved and likes to show off her understanding of commands. She walks well on a leash as well. She loves a good game of fetch, and expects you to throw it again when she brings it to you. Lia equally loves lounging with shelter staff in the office for a well deserved rest. Lia is not a city slicker and would thrive in a home with a yard to run and play in. She has lived with a small dog in the past, however shelter staff feel she would much prefer to be the only canine in the household. Lia is incredible with people and she just needs a home of her own, it’s a sin when incredible dogs sit in shelters without any interest month after month, its horrible that she is consistently overlooked.

Lia is at at Caledon Animal Shelter.

Their phone number is 905-584-2272 x4698 and their address is: 12889 Coleraine Drive in Caledon. Their full bio with application can be found here: https://www.petfinder.com/dog/lia-73138523/on/caledon/caledon-animal-shelter-on136/

Please share her with your network.

Lia needs our help.

Thank you

11/17/2024

Penny is such a gorgeous girl with a beautiful brindle coat and is hunting for her forever home.

If you are looking for an independent dog that enjoys walks, the outdoors, hikes and exploring, she could be the dog for you. She needs a bit of time to warm up to new people but she has made great strides in her foster home and will seek out attention amd affection from her people. She looking for a calm home where she will continue to flourish.

For more information on Penny, visit: http://savemedogrescue.ca/dog/penny-6/

11/17/2024

We are looking for foster homes for puppies from Northern Ontario communities. Unfortunately, due to limited access to or affordable resources in these communities, there are many puppies needing help before Christmas.

If you can help by fostering puppies and helping them find a forever home or want more information, please visit our website at http://savemedogrescue.ca/foster-application/

11/15/2024

Our own Dr. Andre at the vet show in London.

11/15/2024

Kitten Day. All female. 🩷🐈🐈🐈🐈🐈🐈🩷

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